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Old 08-30-2010, 11:29 AM
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Advice needed

I'm looking to age a blade that I make with a patina like mustard or horse raddish. How fine of grit should I go to for a good looking job, or does it matter terribly.

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Old 09-27-2010, 07:39 PM
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I take mine to 400 before etching, if that helps.
I have never used mustard.
I've heard a vinegur soaked rag to wrap up inside a plastic bag works too.
400 grit should work.
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